Peter LaPorte
Pittsburgh
Summary
Executive protection professional and former USMC Security Forces gunner with 5 years protecting people and sites in dynamic environments. Skilled in threat assessment, advances and route planning, surveillance detection, access control, and emergency/medical response. Proven team leader who coordinates with LE/EMS and keeps precise logs and gear readiness. Seeking a corporate or executive protection position.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Gunner (0331) / Security Forces (8152)
USMC/ Agency Group Security
Yorktown
04.2020 - 04.2025
· Led 4–12 Marines on domestic and international missions; completed all assignments without incident.
· Led AST missions overseas for multiple Foren diplomats.
· Executed access control and badge checks; issued visitor passes; escorted personnel in restricted areas.
· Patrolled by vehicle, ATV, and on foot; responded to alarms and disturbances; performed crowd‑control at special events.
· Provided physical protection to individuals by rapidly identifying and responding to potential threats.
· Screened vehicles and packages for explosives, weapons, and contraband.
· Trained and supervised teams on crew‑served weapons operation and safety; enforced SOPs for tactical movement.
· Developed and briefed security procedures; improved team communication and workflow.
Skills
Executive/Personal Protection; Access Control & Badging; Patrol & Incident Response; Threat Detection & De‑escalation
Surveillance & Radio Communications; Report Writing; Risk/Route Planning; Crowd Control
Firearms Safety & Weapons Handling (crew‑served & small arms); Range Operations; Training & Team Leadership
Vehicle & Motorcade Operations; Equipment Accountability; Navigation
Timeline
Machine Gunner (0331) / Security Forces (8152)
USMC/ Agency Group Security
04.2020 - 04.2025
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